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Position Title Clinical Assistant Professor (Occupational Therapy)-12 month appt Work Location Springfield Campus Department Occupational Therapy HR Home Department 020520 OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Pay Grade Unclassified Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants. Faculty Appointment Type Non-Tenure Track Term (if applicable) 12 month Begin Date of Appointment 08/04/2025 Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt General Function The Clinical Assistant Professor is a non-tenure track position with responsibilities for clinical education and service. Clinical faculty may participate in research or other scholarly or creative activities. Description of Primary Duties The primary teaching responsibilities of this position are to work collaboratively with other OT faculty members to coordinate and teach OT courses and train students. The position involves working effectively with a team of faculty to deliver a high-quality, engaging, and consistent experience across the OT program. Duties also include advising students, collaborating in program development and advancement, and providing OT clinical services to train students. Clinical track faculty are not required to develop an active research program but are encouraged to be involved in scholarship activities and to utilize evidence-based practice and teaching. Service responsibilities include collaborating with all members of the program to obtain and maintain accreditation and clinical placement sites. Additional service includes university, college, and program committees and participating in activities that contribute to the community and the public affairs mission of the university. Minimum Acceptable Qualifications The minimum acceptable qualifications for the Clinical Assistant Professor rank are determined by the department and approved by the Dean and the Provost. Clinical Faculty must be qualified as defined by professional/discipline standards, have practical experience appropriate for the responsibilities assigned, and must maintain appropriate professional credentials. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required. Additional Qualifications Required qualifications include: minimum of a doctoral degree (e.g., OTD, PhD, EdD, DHSc, or equivalent; ABD will be considered); minimum 3 years clinical practice as an occupational therapist, with experience in adult populations preferred; current certification as an occupational therapist by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy and eligibility for license in the state of Missouri; effective interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills.

A successful candidate will have skills consistent with effective use of technology, working collaboratively with multiple constituents, and effective teaching; the candidate will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of multicultural and inclusive practices. Link to Job Description http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/126101.htm Open Date 11/06/2024 Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled) Special Instructions to Applicants Review of applications to begin December 6, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Official transcripts required at time of hire. Documentation of appropriate license and certification will be required at the time of hire. Please attach an updated, detailed curriculum vitae.

Please attach an unofficial transcript to your application. Please note that documents that contain passwords, digital signatures, and other artifacts such as watermarks may not convert properly. If your document contains any of these items, please print and scan the document, then upload the scanned version to your application. Official transcripts required at time of hire.

Questions may be directed to Dr. Ashlea Cardin, Search Chair at: ashleacardin@missouristate.edu EO/AA and Diversity Statement Non Discrimination Statement

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